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What is COPD?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive condition characterized by airflow obstruction, where the ability to empty air out of the lungs is impaired. COPD includes emphysema, chronic bronchitis or a combination of both conditions. Asthma is also a disease characterized by airflow obstruction, but it is generally not considered to be a part of COPD. Asthma is more reversible than COPD. Some patients with COPD may also have some degree of asthma. (More)

General Information

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Merck Manual) Pocket Guide to COPD Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention (Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease) Understanding COPD (More)

The Body

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency COPD - Image Emphysema - Image (More)

Complications

Arrhythmias Cor Pulmonale Dilated Cardiomyopathy (Enlargement of the Heart) (More)

Symptoms and Tests

Bone Mineral Density Test Bronchoscopy Bronchoscopy (Patient Education Materials) (More)

Treatment

Emphysema Treatment How to Use a Metered-dose Inhaler How To Use A Metered-Dose Inhaler (Patient Education Materials) (More)

Staying Healthy

Environmental Tips Healthy Eating for People with Lung Disease (Patient Education Materials) Home Exercise Program for Patients with Heart or Lung Conditions (More)

Additional information on COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)